This is not a good start to his cardinalatial ministry; he admits that he might benefit from a ministerial briefing on the complexities of government policy. He should ask for one

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Archbishop of Westminster calls rising poverty in affluent Britain 'a disgrace'

Cardinal-designate Nichols urges prayers 'even [from] those who do not normally raise their hearts to God'

Some commentators even take it as meaning that Pope Francis would have been in favour of the Soho Masses

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Francis makes announcement during Angelus address

'It is a privilege to assist in the important task of appointing bishops,' said the Archbishop of Westminster